Creamy Split Pea Soup

Indulge in the cozy flavors of this creamy split pea soup, a hearty, soul-warming dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Made with tender split peas simmered alongside aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery, this recipe offers a comforting bowl of flavor that's perfect for chilly days. Infused with fragrant thyme and a hint of garlic, every spoonful is rich and satisfying. An optional touch of heavy cream elevates the texture to velvety smoothness, while a garnish of fresh parsley brightens the final presentation. This easy one-pot soup, ready in just over an hour, is a go-to for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Whether served with crusty bread or enjoyed on its own, this creamy split pea soup is a timeless classic you’ll make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups dried split peas, rinsed and sorted
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup heavy cream (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the rinsed and sorted split peas to the pot, followed by the vegetable broth, water, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 50-60 minutes, or until the peas are tender and starting to break down.

Step 6

Remove the bay leaf and discard it.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, you can carefully transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender and blend until smooth.

Step 8

If desired, stir in the heavy cream for extra richness.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2784.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2740.8

Total Fat 88.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 133.6mg	0%
Sodium 4194.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 373.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 125.4g	0%
Total Sugars 69.0g
Protein 131.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 667.4mg	0%
Iron 28.0mg	0%
Potassium 7407.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.2%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 53.1%